… There’s nothing quite like a fresh start to the new year. For gardeners, this is a great time to set goals and to think through plans for the year. We … and birds to your garden. Be environmentally smart, and learn what types of plants best attract these amazing creatures—and get outside to enjoy them. Tim Johnson, director of …
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… At the top of the list of why we garden is for the joy it brings. Yes, there is the effort of physical labor, and true, some plants succumb … angle and intensity of sunlight differ in early spring and midsummer, as well as from morning to afternoon. Is it possible to limb up the lower branches of existing trees to bring in more … buying a tree or shrub with many cultivars (crab apple, for example), be sure the cultivar you buy is disease- and insect-resistant. Some nurseries continue to sell older varieties that have …
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… At the top of the list of why we garden is for the joy it brings. Yes, there is the effort of physical labor, and true, some plants succumb … angle and intensity of sunlight differ in early spring and midsummer, as well as from morning to afternoon. Is it possible to remove the lower branches of existing trees to bring in more … buying a tree or shrub with many cultivars (crabapple, for example), be sure the cultivar you buy is disease- and insect-resistant. Some nurseries continue to sell older varieties that have …
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… Arkansas amsonia is native to Arkansas and Oklahoma and was identified and named in the wild in 1942 by Leslie Hubricht. Its … soft texture and threadlike foliage has helped win its place in cultivation. It is perhaps best known for its golden and persistent fall color that appears to be almost a golden cloud. … for their performance in our region; Plant Evaluation Notes can be found on the Garden's website. The genus was named for Dr. Charles Amson, an 18th century American colonist. …
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… carnivorous plants get their nutrients? The pretty pitcher plant ( Sarracenia leucophylla) , for instance, attracts insects with nectar. Insects slip down the “pitcher” part of the plant and … Should I be concerned for my fingers? Don’t worry; these carnivorous plants are only looking to devour insects. Why do some plants eat insects? Not all habitats in the world have … worry about fertilizing. The biggest challenge is keeping the bogs, well, boggy. Rainwater is best, but when there’s no rain in the forecast, we use reverse osmosis water instead. Reverse …
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… In the Chicago area, record-breaking weather was recorded in 2016 and 2017: For the first time in 146 years, the National Weather Service documented no measurable snowfall … phenological mismatches. These occur when species that depend on each other do not respond to climate cues in the same way. For instance, hummingbirds and butterflies that overwinter in … Image Library [CC BY-SA 2.0], via Wikimedia Commons Virginia bluebells ( Mertensia virginica ) Visit Budburst and create an account and you’re ready to go. Once you’ve created an account, you …
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… The horse chestnut is native to the Balkans. This cultivar is known for its cut-leaves giving it a feathery look. It has white flowers in airy panicles that appear in the spring. Fall color is a medium yellow. It can reach a height of 26 with a spread of 20 feet. It can tolerate some shade and has medium soil and water …
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… what would work well, and scallops popped into Jason’s head. It seemed like a great spot to showcase them—at the entrance to the Daniel F. and Ada L. Rice Plant Conservation Science … would you choose and why? I would use the scallop pattern as the tile in my bathroom, going for a mermaid theme. Something fun, beautiful, and iridescent. Bio: Jamie Berlin is the … since 2013 and loves being out in nature every day. In her free time, she enjoys road trips to visit national parks. …
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… As a mom and working artist, I try to think of ways I can introduce my 3-year-old daughter to the outdoors and the power of … Botanic Garden , I am inspired by all sorts of family programs and drop-in activities for kids and families that celebrate the outdoors. What’s fun about nature art is that it … and kid-friendly crafts that have come out of my journey as a mother and continue to get the best reviews from Laila, my toughest little critic. Dirt is cool Even when she was a baby, my …
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… A well-designed outdoor space can do wonders for seniors and those with Alzheimer’s disease. But how do these gardens differ from other … in a facility or at a personal home, particular symptoms of decreased quality of life begin to show during these stages. These symptoms are often displayed in the form of boredom, … of self. There are many measurable health outcomes for seniors and the outdoors. Even a short visit in a garden can lower blood pressure, improve vitamin D absorption, improve stability, and …
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